08/20/2026
LEAD BARTENDER
1929 Po-Boy Kitchen
Location: NASA Parkway / Clear Lake and Kemah Area
Position: Lead Bartender
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of bartending experience
1929 Po-Boy Kitchen is looking for an experienced, energetic, and professional Lead Bartender to help lead our bar program and deliver an exceptional guest experience.
We’re looking for someone who knows how to make a great drink, move with confidence behind a busy bar, lead a team, and bring personality and hospitality to every shift.
Responsibilities
* Lead and support the bartending team during daily service
* Prepare cocktails consistently according to house recipes and standards
* Help execute our signature cocktail, frozen drink, wine, and beer program
* Maintain proper liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, and bar supplies
* Assist with inventory counts and communicate ordering needs to management
* Monitor product usage, waste, spills, and proper liquor pours
* Ensure opening and closing bar procedures are completed correctly
* Maintain a clean, organized, fully stocked bar throughout service
* Provide fast, friendly, and professional guest service
* Train and mentor bartenders and bar staff
* Help maintain consistency in recipes, presentation, and portion control
* Follow all TABC regulations and responsible alcohol-service guidelines
* Verify guest identification when required
* Work closely with Front of House management and restaurant leadership
* Handle guest concerns professionally and help create a positive atmosphere
* Assist with private parties, special events, and high-volume service
* Help create the fun, welcoming energy that represents the 1929 brand
Qualifications
* Minimum 5 years of bartending experience required
* Previous lead bartender or bar leadership experience strongly preferred
* Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, beer, and wine
* Experience working in a high-volume restaurant or bar environment
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Strong attention to detail and drink consistency
* Ability to multitask and remain professional during busy service
* Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
* Must be comfortable engaging with guests and creating a memorable experience
* Current TABC certification required
* Food Handler certification as required
* Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events
We’re Looking for Someone Who Is:
Professional. Dependable. Experienced. Personable. Organized. Fast. Creative. And most importantly — someone who understands that great bartending is about more than making drinks. It’s about creating an experience.
At 1929 Po-Boy Kitchen, we’re bringing New Orleans-inspired hospitality, food, cocktails, and energy to NASA Parkway.
Taste It. Love It. Drink It.
To Apply:
Send your résumé and bartending experience to:
[email protected]
